Queen City Half Marathon BREAKWATER/5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 25th July 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Marquette, Michigan
  • Price $22.20 - $54.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Queen City Half Marathon and BREAKWATER 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in the stunning city of Marquette! Known for its breathtaking views and vibrant neighborhoods, Marquette offers a fast and scenic race course that winds along the picturesque shores of Lake Superior. Participants can choose between the exhilarating half marathon and the fun-filled 5K, making this event perfect for runners of all levels—from seasoned athletes to families looking to enjoy a day of outdoor activity together.

Join us for an unforgettable race experience complete with chip-timed results, unique finisher medals for all entrants, and exciting aid stations to keep you energized. Plus, if you're feeling competitive, don't miss the chance to take home the Course Record Reward for the BREAKWATER 5K, with a current bonus of $500 for men and $100 for women! Celebrate your achievement in the lively post-race party zone, where camaraderie and fun abound. Mark your calendars for this summer highlight and be part of the excitement in Marquette, one of the coolest cities around!

Organiser's Description

Marquette - The coolest city just about anywhere!

With a fast and scenic course, chip-timed results and near-award winning shirt and medal design, the 2026 Queen City Half Marathon presented by Embers Credit Union | BREAKWATER 5K presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co., are races that need to be on your summer calendar!

Marquette, as you know, is one of the coolest cities anywhere, and we're going to show it off, running though some amazing neighborhoods and along Lake Superior. EPIC is the word I'm looking for...with super-fun aid stations, a post race 'party-zone'...and race-specific finisher medals for ALL entrants.

Let's not forget about our Breakwater 5K Run/Walk COURSE RECORD REWARD. Win the race, set a new Course Record, and we'll hand you CASH! We'll increase this $100 every year until it's broken, then we'll start over. The BONUS right now sits at $500 for men (2021) and $100 for women (NEW record set in 2025!). Awards will be given at the 2025 BREAKWATER 5K Run/Walk awards ceremony! Wanna run fast?

A community race, a family race...heck, bring the stroller along with the kids...it's going to be a party!

Races

  • Queen City Half Marathon Presented by Embers Credit Union

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Sweet Race-Day Shirt

    Sat 25th July 2026 (8:05AM EDT)

    $54.00

    A fast course, sweet shirts and medals, along with a rose for ALL Half Marathon finishers...we're also stroller friendly...sounds like you need to be in Marquette on July 26th, 2026!
  • BREAKWATER 5K Presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co.

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Awesome Race-Day Shirt

    Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $27.50

    Fast out and back course, sweet shirts a killer post race party...see you in July!
  • BREAKWATER 5K Presented by Ore Dock Brewing Co. | YOUTH

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & Awesome Shirt!

    Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $22.20

    Open to all kids 12 and younger!

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Location

130 West Baraga Avenue, Marquette, 49855, MI, United States

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